WEST PREP ACADEMY

WEST PREP ACADEMY is a Title I public middle school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 201 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, WEST PREP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

WEST PREP ACADEMY (officially known as M.S. 247) is a public middle school located in the Manhattan Valley neighborhood of the Upper West Side. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is situated on West 105th Street, sharing space within a larger educational facility. The academy is characterized by its commitment to fostering a supportive community environment, focusing on academic rigor while emphasizing the social and emotional development of early adolescents as they transition toward high school.

The school is known for its relatively small, personalized setting, which allows for closer relationships between students and faculty. Its curriculum typically balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, humanities, and science—with enrichment programs designed to engage students in critical thinking and collaborative projects. As a neighborhood school within the New York City Department of Education, WEST PREP ACADEMY works to provide an inclusive space that draws from the diverse local community, aiming to prepare its student body for success in a competitive high school landscape.

For more information, contact WEST PREP ACADEMY at (212) 280-8502 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.